How to finish my short story
How I did it: Well, write obviously.
Lessons & tips: Start by writing with your hand. For some reason I like to physically write out my characters, plot, motifs and even draw to get some sort of visual representation to get into the mindset of my story. This might not work for all, but try getting a whiteboard and just put anything up on it that strikes you and soon you will have some cool story elements to work with.
Resources: Other books. Frankly I write to have fun and don't plan on any of it to be published, so go ahead and copy that favorite book's-of-your's style or character. Copying is the highest form of flattery... (or however that saying goes.) If you do plan on publishing, well that's just plagiarism, but for all of us low level writer's it can be a great learning experience and help you realize just exactly what it takes to be a good writer.
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